The Yellow Pages. I have had the most success by browsing the Yellow Pages and contacting the contractors that I feel comfortable with for a free quote.
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Probably only if you have full coverage. Otherwise the Insurance company will deny you.
Insurance companies grant money to correct issues from claims. If a person receives money to replace a roof from an insurance company, the money should be used for the repair. If a person decides to not use the money to replace the roof, there could be issues selling the home. The value of the home could decrease. Another issue a person may encounter is the risk of other damages resulting from the roof not being repaired. The insurance company may not cover damages to the home as a result of the roof not being replaced.
Yes, as you cannot just fix one part... You have to replace it...
No. But as the insured (that is you) it is up to you to maintain your house in good repair.Insurance is there to cover the risk of unforeseen, accidental damage to your property not to replace parts that are wearing out naturally.If you fail to maintain the roof of your property in good repair the insurance company may refuse to pay out if your roof blows off. After all the damage would not be accidental if it happens because of poor maintenance.
We need to tear out a spot on our roof. How difficult is it to remove and replace roof shingles on our own?
Contact friend and neighbors for a referral for a roofing company in your area. Or contact a local home improvement store to contract their services for install in a new roof on your building.
A call to your insurance company describing why the shingles were lost will answer your question.
The recommended thickness of plywood for a roof is typically 5/8 inch or 3/4 inch.
Most policies will pay for roof damage on an "Actual cash value" basis until the roof is replaced. Then, IF you have replacement cost coverage they will make up the difference of the amount paid under actual cash value and actual replacement cost, LESS the amount of your deductible. If you elect not to repair or replace the roof, your insurance company could exclude your roof from further damage or additional payments until you show the monies paid to you were used to repair or replace as indicated by their estimate and claim payment. Otherwise, the money is yours unless the home is mortgaged. If it is mortgaged, the check should have been made to you and the mortgagee, and if the mortgagee endorses it it is yours.
The recommended rafter spacing for a metal roof installation is typically 24 inches apart.
The recommended spacing for 2x6 rafters in a roof structure is typically 24 inches on center.